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Winter time trout
2007-12-19 15:19:03
Tarpon Springs, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report
St. Joseph Sound
Along with the cooling temperatures in Florida comes the very aggresive spotted sea trout action. This is the time of year where the large sea trout in the 23 inch to 35 inch range are common. These fish will be feeding aggresively during their winter time spawning.
These fish will attack anyhing from live bait to artificial, top water and on the bottom. Catching anywhere from 50 to 100 trout in a day becomes very common as the water temps get colder in the coming months.
Fish Species: Trout
Bait Used: Live Greenbacks
Tackle Used: Light spinning gear
Method Used: Freeling live bait
Water Depth: 2ft to 6ft
Water Temperature: 68
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About The Author: Captain Tommy Mahinis
Company: Finatic Inshore Charters
Area Reporting: West Central Florida Gulf of Mexico
Bio: Premeire inshore fishing guide in the north Pinellas County area of Florida. Specializing in Monster Snook, Redfish, Trout, Cobia, Tarpon and more. Based out of Tarpon Springs, FL Sponge Capital of the world.
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